Senior Sponsored Agreements Administrator (Hybrid)

Howard University; London; On-site; CAD 156,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance and 1

PTO and paid holidays

403(b) with company match

Tuition reimbursement and career paths

Wellness programs and commuter perks

Job summary

Howard University is seeking a Senior Sponsored Agreements Administrator to independently review, draft, negotiate, and coordinate sponsorships and awards. The role ensures compliance with federal requirements and manages risk across multiple sponsors and award actions.

You will maintain audit-ready records, drive timely handoffs, and collaborate with General Counsel, Compliance, and Finance to resolve issues and optimize processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least five years of sponsored research administration experience.
• Experience reviewing, negotiating, or administering sponsored agreements.
• Ability to ensure audit-ready records and timely stakeholder communication.
• Familiarity with 2 CFR 200 and FAR/DFARS provisions.

Responsibilities

• Independently review, draft, and negotiate sponsored agreements and amendments.
• Analyze incoming award actions and determine required reviews and documentation.
• Verify terms align with policy and sponsor requirements.
• Coordinate with General Counsel, Compliance, Finance on deviations or risks.
• Maintain current status and handoffs in the institutional system of record.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff and contribute to SOPs and training.

Skills

Sponsored research administration

Portfolio management

Compliance & risk

Negotiation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cayuse

Workday

Job description

Howard University is seeking a Senior Sponsored Agreements Administrator to independently review, draft, negotiate, and coordinate sponsorships and awards. The role ensures compliance with federal requirements and manages risk across multiple sponsors and award actions.

You will maintain audit-ready records, drive timely handoffs, and collaborate with General Counsel, Compliance, and Finance to resolve issues and optimize processes.